Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Causing significant damage or harm to something.
Destructive
/dɪˈstrʌktɪv/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Destructive procrastination is an entirely different animal.
'Such destructive extravagance,' reasoned his wife, in a low tone.
The destructive power was fantastic.
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin word destructivus, meaning capable of demolishing or causing ruin, originating from destruct- which is the stem of destruo, meaning to tear down.
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